Carlin Kennels
- Phelan, CA
- Responds within a few days
Upcoming litters
Expected Black and Tan Coonhound litter
Due Mar. 2027
Meet the breeder
I'm Traci M., the breeder behind Carlin Kennels located in Phelan, CA. Our dogs excel both in and out of the show ring. They are excellent representations of the breed and have wonderful temperaments. Our program was built with care and intention in every step. We are passionate about the health and wellbeing of this breed, and we want our program to be an example of how to responsibly breed high-quality, healthy dogs. All of our dogs are health tested. All puppies go home with Prepaid AKC Limited registration and prepaid lifetime microchip.
Q. & A. with Traci
Why did you start breeding?
I am second generation dog fancier. I grew up showing basset hounds.What makes your program special?
I have multiple dogs in the American Black and Tan Coonhound Club Hall of Fame(s). McFly is only the 2nd dog to be inducted into the Versatility Hall of Fame.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Traci
Traci has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
Traci partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 6 weeks old.
Price
“The price includes prepaid AKC registration, prepaid lifetime microchip, all age appropriate vaccinations and worming, and puppy health check at 10 weeks old.”
Contract & health guarantee
Traci may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Traci offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don't hesitate to reach out to Traci directly.
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What's included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Traci.
Breeder's location
Meet in Phelan, CA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Kansas City Airport (was Mid-Continent )
Flexible meeting point
Traci can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Traci
Club memberships
Traci is a member of High Desert Scent Work Club, Iowa Hound Association, and American Black and Tan Coonhound Club.
Certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified, AKC Breeder of Merit.
Traci has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years
Traci was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Traci’s links
Traci is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Carlin Kennels meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
Jade, mom
Black and Tan Coonhound
About Jade
Jade is a female Black and Tan Coonhound over 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Traci decided to make her part of their program. Traci has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Excellent health testing
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +2 more.
Tux, dad
Black and Tan Coonhound
About Tux
Best Opposite Sex at 2020 AB&TCC National Specialty. AKC World Bench Show 2022 Overall Best In Show.
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), +3 more.
McFly, dad
Black and Tan Coonhound
About McFly
American Black & Tan Coonhound Hall of Fame inductee 2021
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), +3 more.
Ella, mom
Black and Tan Coonhound
About Ella
Ella is a female Black and Tan Coonhound almost 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Traci decided to make her part of their program. Traci has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), +3 more.
Rocker, dad
Black and Tan Coonhound
About Rocker
Rocker is a male Black and Tan Coonhound almost 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Traci decided to make him part of their program. Traci has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), +4 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Carlin Kennels reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Black and Tan Coonhounds.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Brucellosis
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), OFA/CHIC DNA Repository
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
